Evacuation procedures are posted in each classroom. We will conduct drills on a regular basis.
Emergency Evacuation
- In the event of an emergency, students will be evacuated according to practiced drill procedures.
- If we cannot return to the building, students will be bussed to Grissom School at 170th and Grissom Drive. Students will be dismissed from there at the end of the normal school day.
Emergency Weather Warning
- Students will not be dismissed from school during a Civil Defense or National Weather Service Warning. If a warning overlaps our dismissal time, dismissal will be delayed.
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Student Information
Emergency Information
Each student is required to have the following information on file:
- Parent(s)/guardian(s) name
- Complete and up-to-date address
- Home, work and cell phone if available
- Emergency number of a friend or relative in the local area
- Physician's name and phone number
- Medical alert information (if applicable)
Please help us maintain up-to-date information by notifying the school immediately with address and telephone number changes.
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AHERA Public Notification
Based upon the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) requirements, it is the responsibility of Kirby School District 140 to inform each parent/guardian that our asbestos management plans are available for review.
Asbestos Management Plans, six-month inspections, three-year re-inspections, and past abatement projects that have occurred during the summertime or on an emergency basis are available for your review at the District Office.
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Picture Day
Lifetouch Studios will take individual student pictures in September. These pictures are prepaid. Payment is due on Picture Day.
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Lost and Found
Lost and found items are located in the school office. Please label clothing and belongings. Feel free to visit the office to retrieve lost items.
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Homework and Classroom Procedures
Homework assignments vary depending on the grade level of your student. Check with the teacher early in the year to understand expectations and class procedures.
**Vacations-AVOID SCHEDULING ANY VACATIONS DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR. If you are planning a trip, please let the office and the classroom teacher know at least ONE WEEK prior to the trip. Student's absences will be marked as unexcused during this time. Work missed during this time is neither eligible to be graded nor factored into the student's final grade.
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Valuables
Common sense and consideration is the best guide in determining whether or not to bring personal possessions to school. The school administrator and staff cannot be responsible for valuables that students bring to school. Students should leave all valuables at home. Do not bring possessions such as, but not limited to: electronic games, collector cards, beanie babies, CD Players, I-Pods, or valuable jewelry. HEELYS (shoes with wheels on the bottom) ARE NOT ALLOWED IN SCHOOL.
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Lunch
All students carry their lunches to school. Please help your child be responsible for this on a daily basis.
Label lunch boxes/bags with your child's name and room number visible on the OUTSIDE.
Students are asked to use a baby wipe before and after lunch to wash their hands. Teachers may ask for additional wet wipes throughout the year. Thank you for your generosity.
Students are discouraged from sharing food due to the fear of an allergic reaction.
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Playground/Recess
Safety is the determining factor for playground behavior. Students must remain in the playground area at all times during recess. Games such as tackle football, wrestling, etc., are not allowed. If the staff member supervising recess concludes that any activities are too rough or may cause injury, they may limit that behavior. Equipment has been provided for each grade level. After recess it should be collected and returned to the appropriate grade level bag.
Always assume we will be going out for recess and dress your child accordingly. Only students with a signed doctor's note will be allowed to remain inside during outdoor recess. Students will go out for recess if the temperature or wind chill falls within the following ranges:
